Alapark Events

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Patriotic Parade 2026
When: 07/03/2026 at 09:00 AM
Meeting Place: Lake Shelby

Decorate your bikes and dress up your pets in red, white, and blue for America’s 250th birthday at Lake Shelby!

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Call for Art Vendors for Stars & Stripes Celebration July 3rd & 4th
When: 07/03/2026 at 10:00 AM
Meeting Place: Lake Shelby

Calling for Art Vendors to participate in our Celebration of Stars and Stripes! This is a 2-day event.

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Let's Go Fishing - Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 07/03/2026 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina

Let's go Fishing

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Botany with Bartram: Junior Ranger Edition
When: 07/03/2026 at 03:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Meet at Amphitheater

Calling All Junior Rangers!

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Stars and Stripes Celebration
When: 07/03/2026 at 09:00 AM
Meeting Place: Lake Shelby

Celebrate Independence weekend with food trucks, art vendors, live music, a patriotic parade, and fireworks!

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Little Park Pals: SHARKS!
When: 07/03/2026 at 02:00 PM
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center

Grab your young water lover and come learn about the world of Sharks!

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Angler Academy July 3, 9:30AM
When: 07/03/2026 at 09:30 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outside Pier Tackle Shop at Picnic Table

Learn the basics of saltwater fishing at Gulf State Park’s pier! Includes lesson, gear, and pier fishing time.

Fees may apply.

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Angler Academy July 3, 7am
When: 07/03/2026 at 07:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outside Pier Tackle Shop at Picnic Table

Learn the basics of saltwater fishing at Gulf State Park’s pier! Includes lesson, gear, and pier fishing time.

Fees may apply.

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DeSoto State Park's Annual Independence Day Events
When: 07/03/2026 at 06:30 PM

Participate in the flag making contest & eat ice cream at the annual ice cream social

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Guided Pier Walk
When: 07/03/2026 at 09:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier

Join our Naturalists as they guide you on an exclusive tour of the Pier!

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Junior Ranger Guided Hike
When: 07/04/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outdoor Classroom

Join the Naturalist to learn what it takes to be a Junior Ranger and go on a guided hike! Fees may apply.

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The Journey at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 07/04/2026 at 08:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lodge Lobby

The Journey at Joe Wheeler State Park

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Campfire Talk: The Story of Granny Dollar
When: 07/04/2026 at 07:00 PM
Meeting Place: Sauty Pavilion

Join the Naturalist by the fire for an evening of storytelling!

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Scales & Tails
When: 07/04/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center

MEET LIVE ANIMALS!

Fees may apply.

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Junior Rangers: Red, White, and Blue Scavenger Hunt
When: 07/04/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center

Find all things red, white, and blue in the park and become a Junior Ranger!

Fees may apply.